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[The CIVIS Newsroom ](https://civis.eu/fr/the-civis-newsroom) 2. Aix-Marseille Université awards the title of Doctor Honoris Causa to the Italian President Sergio Mattarella Aix-Marseille Université awards the title of Doctor Honoris Causa to the Italian President Sergio Mattarella ============================================================================================================ 17 février 2025 The President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella, was awarded the title of *Doctor Honoris Causa* by Aix Marseille Université. The distinction rewards his constant commitment to democracy and justice, while underlining the close historical ties between Marseille and Italy. ![](/storage/files/picture-1_2.jpg) © Eléa Ropiot for Aix Marseille Université The solemn ceremony, held at the Palais du Pharo, highlighted the crucial role played by academic institutions in bringing people together and building a common European future. The prestigious title of *Doctor Honoris Causa* awarded to Sergio Mattarella honours his remarkable career - a former professor of Constitutional Law, whose commitment to democracy and justice has had a profound impact on his country. Moreover, this academic recognition underlines the shared values of solidarity, openness and European citizenship espoused by President Mattarella. > *In addition to further underlining the excellence you have already been recognised for, we want this distinction to be an indelible mark of your time with our institution",* highlighted Eric Berton, president of amU. In response, the Italian president spoke of his vision of Europe, pointing out that while *"the road to progress is neither quick nor easy",* it is nonetheless an essential gateway to the future of Europe. Mattarella's speech highlighted the importance of intercultural dialogue and university cooperation in building a Europe of knowledge and learning. A long history together ----------------------- The city of Marseille, which was recently twinned with Naples, has a significant Italian heritage: at the beginning of the 20th century, almost one in five Marseillais was of Italian origin, testifying to the importance of this community in shaping Marseille's identity. 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